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Senate House Collection

The Senate House, a historic and iconic building located in Cambridge, England, holds a significant place in the annals of academia

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Royal Visit to Cambridge - the Senate-House: 'Three Cheers for Denmark!', 1864. Creator: Unknown

The Royal Visit to Cambridge - the Senate-House: "Three Cheers for Denmark!", 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Visit to Cambridge - the Senate-House: "Three Cheers for Denmark!", 1864. The Prince of Wales, (future King Edward VII) attends the conferring of degrees

Background imageSenate House Collection: Caius College and Senate House

Caius College and Senate House
2909932 Caius College and Senate House; (add.info.: Caius College and Senate House, Cambridge, England 1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageSenate House Collection: Professor Willis Lecturing in the Senate-House, Cambridge, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Professor Willis Lecturing in the Senate-House, Cambridge, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Professor Willis Lecturing in the Senate-House, Cambridge, 1854. Talk on the architecture of Cambridge. Professor Willis observed that the most ancient authority respecting Cambridge was that of Dr

Background imageSenate House Collection: Monorail Subway, Capitol To Senate Monorail System, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Monorail Subway, Capitol To Senate Monorail System, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Monorail Subway, Capitol To Senate Monorail System, 1912. [Washington, DC]

Background imageSenate House Collection: United Kingdom, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge. The Old Schools

United Kingdom, England, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge. The Old Schools, Kings College chapel and in the distance the tower of the University Library

Background imageSenate House Collection: Kings College and the Senate House (colour litho)

Kings College and the Senate House (colour litho)
3648919 Kings College and the Senate House (colour litho) by Morley, Henry (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College and the Senate House)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Cambridge Illustrated (engraving)

Cambridge Illustrated (engraving)
1046403 Cambridge Illustrated (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambridge Illustrated)

Background imageSenate House Collection: One of the New Ministry going to the Senate House, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (engraving)

One of the New Ministry going to the Senate House, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (engraving)
1614654 One of the New Ministry going to the Senate House, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (engraving) by Warry (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Queen leaving the Senate House (engraving)

The Queen leaving the Senate House (engraving)
5230702 The Queen leaving the Senate House (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen leaving the Senate House)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Cambridge (engraving)

Cambridge (engraving)
5230765 Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cambridge. Illustration for The Pictorial Times)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Cambridge: The Senate House and University Library (etching)

Cambridge: The Senate House and University Library (etching)
6003315 Cambridge: The Senate House and University Library (etching) by Brunet-Debaines, Alfred-Louis (1845-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Senate House and University Library)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Senate House, Oxford (chromolitho)

Senate House, Oxford (chromolitho)
669088 Senate House, Oxford (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Senate House, Oxford)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Senate House (b / w photo)

The Senate House (b / w photo)
3627514 The Senate House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Senate House)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Senate House, Cambridge (b / w photo)

Senate House, Cambridge (b / w photo)
3093856 Senate House, Cambridge (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Senate House, Cambridge. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageSenate House Collection: Statue of the Honourable Prussano Komar Tagore, CSI, for the Senate-House at Calcutta (engraving)

Statue of the Honourable Prussano Komar Tagore, CSI, for the Senate-House at Calcutta (engraving)
1622343 Statue of the Honourable Prussano Komar Tagore, CSI, for the Senate-House at Calcutta (engraving) by English School

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Revolution in Sicily, General Garibaldi receiving the Neapolitan Envoy, Major Bosco

The Revolution in Sicily, General Garibaldi receiving the Neapolitan Envoy, Major Bosco
1098836 The Revolution in Sicily, General Garibaldi receiving the Neapolitan Envoy, Major Bosco, at his Head-Quarters in the Senate House, Palermo (engraving) by Vizetelly

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Cambridge Chancellorship Election (engraving)

The Cambridge Chancellorship Election (engraving)
1095765 The Cambridge Chancellorship Election (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cambridge Chancellorship Election)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)

Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)
960047 Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Chapel)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Archaeological Institute, at Cambridge (engraving)

The Archaeological Institute, at Cambridge (engraving)
1607571 The Archaeological Institute, at Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Archaeological Institute, at Cambridge)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Caius College and the Senate House from St Marys Passage (colour litho)

Caius College and the Senate House from St Marys Passage (colour litho)
2780129 Caius College and the Senate House from St Marys Passage (colour litho) by Matthison, William (1854-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: St Isaac Square and Senate-House, St Petersburg (engraving)

St Isaac Square and Senate-House, St Petersburg (engraving)
3654232 St Isaac Square and Senate-House, St Petersburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Isaac Square and Senate-House, St Petersburg)

Background imageSenate House Collection: University Library and Senate House (photo)

University Library and Senate House (photo)
725184 University Library and Senate House (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: University Library and Senate House)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas)

Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas)
INN169477 Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) by Farren, Robert (b.1832-fl.1889); Private Collection; eMalcolm Innes Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Installation of the Chancellor at Cambridge University (engraving)

The Installation of the Chancellor at Cambridge University (engraving)
1586856 The Installation of the Chancellor at Cambridge University (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477)

Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477)
INN259704 Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477) by Farren, Robert (b.1832-fl.1889); Private Collection; eMalcolm Innes Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageSenate House Collection: Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477)

Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477)
INN259703 Degree Morning at Cambridge in 1863 (oil on canvas) (detail of 169477) by Farren, Robert (b.1832-fl.1889); Private Collection; eMalcolm Innes Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Background imageSenate House Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving)

Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving)
1048342 Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894 (engraving) by Brewer, Henry William (fl.1858-d.1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Cambridge, 1894)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Senate House, at matriculation time, Cambridge, 1842 (litho)

Senate House, at matriculation time, Cambridge, 1842 (litho)
5229989 Senate House, at matriculation time, Cambridge, 1842 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Senate House, at matriculation time, Cambridge)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Revolution in Sicily (engraving)

The Revolution in Sicily (engraving)
1098842 The Revolution in Sicily (engraving) by Vizetelly, Frank (1830-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Revolution in Sicily)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Senate-House, Market-Place, and Cathedral, Lubeck (engraving)

The Senate-House, Market-Place, and Cathedral, Lubeck (engraving)
3654146 The Senate-House, Market-Place, and Cathedral, Lubeck (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Senate-House, Market-Place, and Cathedral, Lubeck)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Senate House and Caius College (b / w photo)

Senate House and Caius College (b / w photo)
3652766 Senate House and Caius College (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Senate House and Caius College)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Plan of Cambridge (engraving)

Plan of Cambridge (engraving)
1095614 Plan of Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Cambridge)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)

Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)
3649184 Kings College Chapel, University Library and Senate House, Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Chapel)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Senate House, Cambridge (b / w photo)

The Senate House, Cambridge (b / w photo)
2774796 The Senate House, Cambridge (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Senate House, Cambridge)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Incorporation of Cracow proclaimed at the Senate House by the Governor (engraving)

The Incorporation of Cracow proclaimed at the Senate House by the Governor (engraving)
1617479 The Incorporation of Cracow proclaimed at the Senate House by the Governor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Messina (engraving)

Messina (engraving)
3654170 Messina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messina. Illustration for The Imperial Gazetteer, A General Dictionary of Geography (Blackie)

Background imageSenate House Collection: San Marino, the Smallest Republic in the World (litho)

San Marino, the Smallest Republic in the World (litho)
1048129 San Marino, the Smallest Republic in the World (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: San Marino, the Smallest Republic in the World)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Conferring the Degree of LLD on the Duke of York in the Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)

Conferring the Degree of LLD on the Duke of York in the Senate House, Cambridge (engraving)
1047919 Conferring the Degree of LLD on the Duke of York in the Senate House, Cambridge (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Installation of Herr Joachim as Musical Doctor at the University of Cambridge (engraving)

Installation of Herr Joachim as Musical Doctor at the University of Cambridge (engraving)
1059519 Installation of Herr Joachim as Musical Doctor at the University of Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Royal Visit to Cambridge, the Senate-House, 'Three Cheers for Denmark!'(engraving)

The Royal Visit to Cambridge, the Senate-House, "Three Cheers for Denmark!"(engraving)
1103344 The Royal Visit to Cambridge, the Senate-House, " Three Cheers for Denmark!" (engraving) by English School

Background imageSenate House Collection: Kings College Chapel, University Library & Senate House, Cambridge, c1835. Creator

Kings College Chapel, University Library & Senate House, Cambridge, c1835. Creator
Kings College Chapel, University Library & Senate House, Cambridge, c1835. Gothic and neoclassical buildings: Kings College Chapel, the Library, and Senate House

Background imageSenate House Collection: The View of Roman Forum From Portico Dii Consentes, Rome, Lazio, Italy

The View of Roman Forum From Portico Dii Consentes, Rome, Lazio, Italy
The Roman Forum is a rectangular plaza, located in Rome, surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. gradually cluttered the area

Background imageSenate House Collection: Curia of Diocletian, Interior of Senate House, Rome, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon

Curia of Diocletian, Interior of Senate House, Rome, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Curia of Diocletian, Interior of Senate House, Rome, c20th century. The Curia Julia or Senate House, in the ancient city of Rome was built in 44 BC

Background imageSenate House Collection: Aerial view of Cambridge, 1939

Aerial view of Cambridge, 1939. This aerial view of Cambridge includes: Kings College, Old University Library and Senate House. From the Senior Service Britain from the Air cigarette card series, 1939

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Senate House, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, late 19th century

The Senate House, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, late 19th century

Background imageSenate House Collection: The Senate House, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, 1892

The Senate House, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, 1892. A print from the Illustrated London News, (6 Febuary 1892)

Background imageSenate House Collection: Curia of Diocletian, 1st century BC

Curia of Diocletian, 1st century BC
Curia of Diocletian (c. 22 December 244 - 3 December 311) in the Forum Romanorum, 1st century BC

Background imageSenate House Collection: So-called Odeion at Ephesus, 2nd century

So-called Odeion at Ephesus, 2nd century
So-called Odeion at Ephesus, probably used as a Bouleuterion (Senate House), which seated c. 1, 400 and was roofed over, 2nd century




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The Senate House, a historic and iconic building located in Cambridge, England, holds a significant place in the annals of academia. With its grandeur and architectural splendor, it stands as a testament to the rich history and intellectual prowess that has thrived within its walls. Originally inspired by the Curia of Diocletian in Rome, this c20th-century marvel showcases an interior that exudes elegance and sophistication. The artist CM Dixon beautifully captures the essence of this space through his artistic rendition. Situated amidst the Old Schools at Kings College, the Senate House is surrounded by an atmosphere steeped in knowledge and learning. Its presence adds to the charm of Cambridgeshire's picturesque landscape. Throughout history, numerous events have unfolded within these hallowed halls. From important meetings to academic ceremonies, each engraving tells a story worth remembering. One such engraving depicts members of New Ministry making their way towards the Senate House in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - a symbol of democracy and governance. Even royalty has graced this esteemed establishment with their presence. An enchanting engraving portrays Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth departing from the Senate House after attending one such momentous occasion. Cambridge itself is synonymous with intellectual excellence and scholarly pursuits. Engravings showcasing various aspects of this vibrant city further emphasize its close association with education and enlightenment. Not limited to Cambridge alone, Oxford also boasts its own version of the Senate House - another magnificent structure captured through chromolitho printing technique. These depictions pay homage to both universities' commitment to fostering knowledge for generations past and present. As we delve into historical engravings depicting different facets of life surrounding senate houses worldwide; we come across an intriguing portrayal: an engraving featuring a statue honoring Prussano Komar Tagore CSI for Calcutta's very own Senate-House - highlighting global recognition for academic achievements beyond Europe's borders.